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Welcome to Cook Lake

Cook Lake is a small lake in rural Cohoctah Township near Fowlerville, Livingston County, about 16.9 miles from downtown Fenton. When I checked in October 2026, my site had no Cook Lake listings, so the button above shows all Livingston County waterfront homes, and I'm happy to set up a saved search just for Cook Lake.

Lake Overview

• Location: Cohoctah Township, on the USGS Fowlerville map, about 1.2 miles from Chase Lake (USGS place-name record).
• Size: about 16 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); EGLE MiEnviro inland lakes mapping shows about 16 acres.
• Campground: Taylor's Beach Campground at 6197 N. Burkhart Road offers access to Cook Lake (Blue Water Healthy Living's Livingston County swimming guide).
• Boating: I didn't find a Michigan DNR local watercraft control naming Cook Lake (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls).
• Public access: I didn't find a published public boat launch for Cook Lake. Ask me, and we'll confirm what applies to a specific home.
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows only about 17 buildings near the shore.

Living on Cook Lake

Cook Lake is quiet country living. With so few homes on it, the lake's best-known neighbor is Taylor's Beach Campground, which has been hosting campers for over 65 years and offers lakeside sites, a beach and Fourth of July fireworks off the lake. Kayaks and fishing poles fit right in here.

Cohoctah Township & Schools

Cook Lake is in Cohoctah Township. The seven Cohoctah Township listings on my site in October 2026 were in Fowlerville Community Schools or Howell Public Schools, and all seven showed a private well and septic. I confirm the district and utilities for every address.

Tips for Buyers

• Understand riparian rights. Michigan waterfront ("riparian") owners generally have rights to dock and reach the water (EGLE inland lakes guide). "Lake privileges" or a shared lot is different, so read the deed and any easement.
• Know the local rules. I'll check Cohoctah Township zoning, association rules, and any dock or shoreline rules for the specific parcel.
• Seawalls and permanent docks generally need an EGLE permit, while seasonal docks usually don't (EGLE dock handout). Ask for permit records.
• Confirm sewer or septic and well, and schedule inspections for any private system.
• Check the address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and get a flood insurance quote early.
• I didn't find a published lake association or lake special assessment for Cook Lake. With a campground on the lake, ask about any shared-use or access rules and confirm any dues or assessments in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• On a lake this small, ask how much frontage you're buying and how the campground's summer activity affects your shoreline. Comparable sales are scarce, so we'll lean on nearby rural and lake sales.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with privacy and the quiet water.
• Use "Cook Lake, Cohoctah Township" in your listing; buyers may know it from Taylor's Beach.
• Have well, septic and survey records ready.

FAQ

Where is Cook Lake?

In Cohoctah Township, Livingston County, near Fowlerville.

How big is Cook Lake?

About 16 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Is there public access?

I didn't find a public launch. Taylor's Beach Campground offers lake access to its campers (Blue Water Healthy Living's Livingston County swimming guide).

Let's Talk Lake Life

Curious about Cook Lake? I'd love to help you be first in line. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.